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Southern California Dog Bites Are a Serious Problem

Being the victim of a brutal dog attack in Southern California is terrifying. If you have been bitten by a dog, did you know that you join a group of approximately 4.7 million people in the United States? The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has reported that over four million people are bitten by dogs every year. The CDC has also compiled the following facts about dog bites:

• 800,000 Americans seek medical attention for dog bites annually
• Half of the people who seek medical attention are children
• 386,000 require treatment in an emergency department
• Approximately 16 people die from dog bite injuries each year
• Children ages 5 to 9 years have the highest rate of dog bite injuries
• Young children are often bitten on the head or neck area
• Boys tend to be more prone to canine attacks than girls
  

Whether you were bitten by a dog in Los Angeles, San Diego or Orange County, one fact remains the same – a dog attack can result in major injuries. An attack by one of these animals can lead to broken bones, lacerations, scars and emotional trauma. In rare cases, a dog bite can become infected, which is often deadly. If you have sustained a dog bite injury, you need to seek medical attention immediately to avoid a serious complication.

In California, a pet’s owner can be held liable for dog bite injuries. To find out your rights and to see if you are eligible to pursue compensation, contact a Santa Monica dog bite lawyer at Steinberg & Spencer Injury Lawyers at (800) 350-8888. We represent clients in Los Angeles County, Orange County, Riverside County, Ventura County, San Bernardino County, San Diego County and throughout California. Our law firm does not charge a fee unless we win your Southern California dog bite case.

Contact us today. We have offices conveniently located throughout Southern California and statewide.

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